Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Tenda WH450 Router
CVE-2025-15161

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Tenda
Status
Wh450
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 December 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-15161?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the Tenda WH450 router, specifically in the PPTPUserSetting functionality. The issue arises from improper handling of the 'delno' argument, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as social engineering or network-based attacks could be utilized by malicious actors. Given that the exploit has already been made public, it is crucial for users to review their security settings and apply mitigation measures.

Affected Version(s)

WH450 1.0.0.18

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-15161 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.338536
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.338536
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.720887
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CVSS V4

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

z472421519 (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-15161 : Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Tenda WH450 Router